POC hopes for as many as 25 Filipino Olympians in Paris
April 12, 2024
Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) president Abraham 'Bambol" Tolentino is hoping to see as many as 25 Filipinos qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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PBA: Magnolia acquires Jerrick Balanza in trade with Converge
April 12, 2024
Magnolia made a huge move amidst its shaky start in the PBA Philippine Cup after acquiring the rights to Jerrick Balanza through a trade with Converge.
Benilde survives San Beda’s third set resurgence to remain unbeaten
April 12, 2024
De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde had to dig deep in order to conquer a third set resurgence from San Beda University, 25-11, 25-21, 25-22, and remain unbeaten in the NCAA Season 99 women's volleyball tournament.
NBA roundup: Warriors’ win, Kings’ loss tightens play-in race
April 12, 2024
Stephen Curry recorded 22 points, eight assists and seven rebounds to help the Golden State Warriors post a 100-92 victory over the host Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday, creating a three-way tie for eighth place in the Western Conference.
NBA: Jazz edge Rockets to end 13-game losing streak
April 12, 2024
Luka Samanic scored a season-high 22 points and Keyonte George had 20 as the Utah Jazz snapped a 13-game losing streak with a 124-121 victory over the Houston Rockets in Salt Lake City.
NBA: Warriors beat Blazers, forge 3-way tie for 8th in West
April 12, 2024
Stephen Curry recorded 22 points, eight assists and seven rebounds to help the Golden State Warriors post a 100-92 victory over the host Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday night.
Newly-formed World Boxing in talks with up to 30 members as it seeks to run 2028 Olympic event
April 12, 2024
RENENS, Switzerland — Breakaway governing body World Boxing says it is holding talks with 25 to 30 prospective new member nations as it seeks to be the International Olympic Committee’s preferred partner to run boxing tournaments at the Los Ange...
Clark, Reese headline list of 15 players invited to WNBA draft
April 12, 2024
NEW YORK — Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese headline a list of 15 college players who have been invited to the WNBA draft on Monday, the league announced Thursday.
DeChambeau puts on a clinic of power and putting, leads Masters
April 12, 2024
AUGUSTA, Georgia — Bryson DeChambeau was the mad scientist who calculated barometric pressure and the decay of spin rate in altitude when trying to figure out how to best play the game.
Tiger off to rousing start in pursuit of more Masters history
April 12, 2024
AUGUSTA, Georgia — Tiger Woods can still draw a crowd.
US Open champ takes a shot at LIV Golf after Masters opener
April 12, 2024
AUGUSTA, Georgia — Wyndham Clark was not just unperturbed after a first-round 73 at the Masters left him eight shots back of Bryson DeChambeau on Thursday. The US Open champion was brimming with confidence that he could still overtake the LIV Golf sta...
O.J. Simpson passes away at 76
April 12, 2024
LAS VEGAS — O.J. Simpson, the football star and Hollywood actor acquitted of charges he killed his former wife and her friend in a trial that mesmerized the public and exposed divisions on race and policing in America, has died. He was 76.
Rory staying positive after first-round 71 in Masters
April 12, 2024
AUGUSTA, Georgia — Sometimes you need to catch a break or two to win a major.
Pereira-Hill light heavy title bout between highlight UFC 300 card
April 12, 2024
LAS VEGAS — Jim Miller, who stands alone with 26 career victories, entered the media room Wednesday wearing a way-too-big UFC 100 jacket with his name on it.
$50K Olympic track prize the latest in long, conflicted relationship between athletes and money
April 12, 2024
SINCE the day they were founded, the Olympics have had a confusing relationship with money. The games were supposed to celebrate sport for sport’s sake. But the price athletes paid to be any good was far too high, and it took virtually no time f...
Here’s how investigators allege interpreter stole $16M from Ohtani
April 12, 2024
LOS ANGELES — Federal authorities allege Ippei Mizuhara, the former longtime interpreter for Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, stole more than $16 million from the two-way baseball sensation to cover his gambling debts.
As SGA steps back, his Thunder teammates flourish
April 12, 2024
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City coach Mark Daigneault used Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s subtle sacrifices to show why the Thunder aren’t like most playoff contenders that carry the “young team” label.
Holiday says signing long-term deal with Celtics was what he envisioned after trade
April 12, 2024
BOSTON — The Celtics always hoped to keep Jrue Holiday on their roster beyond this season. It didn’t take Holiday long this season to view Boston as a franchise he wanted to play for on a long-term basis.
Alonso signs multiyear contract extension with Aston Martin
April 12, 2024
LONDON — Two-time Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso has signed a contract extension to remain at Aston Martin for at least the next two seasons.
NBA: Knicks ride dominant 2nd quarter to win over Celtics
April 12, 2024
Jalen Brunson tossed in a game-high 39 points to help the visiting New York Knicks extend their winning streak to three games by beating the Boston Celtics 118-109 Thursday.
Axel Book drops 32 as San Beda denies Benilde for 2-0 start
April 12, 2024
Axel Book picked up where he left off as San Beda University overcame De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, 16-25, 25-23, 30-28, 25-19, in the NCAA Season 99 men's volleyball tournament.
NBA: DeMar DeRozan, Bulls pound Pistons, seal No. 9 in East
April 12, 2024
DeMar DeRozan poured in 39 points as the visiting Chicago Bulls pounded the Detroit Pistons 127-105 on Thursday.
O.J. Simpson, legendary football player and actor brought down by murder trial, dies at 76
April 12, 2024
LAS VEGAS (AP) — O.J. Simpson, the football star and Hollywood actor acquitted of charges he killed his former wife and her friend in a trial that mesmerized the public and exposed divisions on race and policing in America, has died. He...
Letran rookie Yen Martin still finding groove despite impressive debut
April 12, 2024
Colegio de San Juan de Letran rookie Yen Martin said she has yet to find her groove despite her impressive showing in the Lady Knights' first game in the NCAA Season 99 women's volleyball tournament last Wednesday.
Chery Tiggo, Akari sweep Cignal, Capital1
April 11, 2024
Chery Tiggo and Akari swept their respective foes in the 2024 PVL All-Filipino Conference on Thursday at the Philsports Arena in Pasig.
Carlos Yulo eyes adjustments before heading to Paris Olympics
April 11, 2024
Filipino Olympian and gymnast Carlos Yulo is eyeing some adjustments in his performance before he heads to the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Hidilyn Diaz on end of Paris Olympics journey: We did our best for our country
April 11, 2024
As her journey to the Paris Olympics ended last April 3, Filipino Olympian and weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz on Thursday spoke up about her failed bid to return to the Summer Games.
Winnipeg golf range opens for season: ‘We really haven’t stopped’
April 2, 2024
Monday, a handful of keen golfers showed up at Shooters Family Golf Centre's driving range, now that it's officially open for the season.
Jerusalem resurrects PH boxing for the 2nd time
April 1, 2024
Melvin Jerusalem stands as the only reigning Filipino world champion as he captures the WBC minimumweight belt
History made: Fil-Am guard Ethan Alvano bags Korean Basketball League MVP
April 1, 2024
Wonju DB Promy's Filipino-American guard Ethan Alvano becomes the first Asian import to be hailed MVP in the Korean Basketball League
Cone all praises for Boatwright as SBP initiates naturalization talks
April 1, 2024
Gilas Pilipinas head coach Tim Cone says Bennie Boatwright resembles current naturalized player Justin Brownlee
Triple-double machine Jokic strikes again as Nuggets get back on track
April 1, 2024
Two-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic records his 23rd triple-double of the season and 128th overall of his career
Trusted tandem: Stephen Curry, Draymond Green lead Warriors to 4th straight win
April 1, 2024
The Warriors move two games ahead of the Rockets in the race for 10th place in the Western Conference and the final spot in the play-in tournament
Mavericks bank on Doncic magic to stop Rockets’ win streak at 11
April 1, 2024
Luka Doncic fires 47 points and flirts with a triple-double as the Mavericks claim their seventh straight win at the expense of the red-hot Rockets
LeBron from deep: James matches career high in 3s as Lakers bounce back
April 1, 2024
LeBron James ties his season high in points to lift the Lakers to their sixth win in seven games
NBA fines Spurs” Victor Wembanyama $25K for tossing ball into stands
April 1, 2024
Rookie Victor Wembanyama's celebratory toss of the basketball into the stands following a San Antonio Spurs overtime victory earned him a $25,000 fine from the NBA, the league announced on Sunday.
Calvin Abueva alleges verbal insult from fan triggered middle finger incident
March 31, 2024
Calvin Abueva admitted getting into a small spat with a fan courtside early in Magnolia’s eventual loss to Ginebra in Sunday’s PBA Philippine Cup action. Which, unfortunately, led to the 36-year-old forward flashing the middle finger to the unidentified spectator — that got seen on national television as well. “‘Di ko naman alam na may […]
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100 and counting: Ginebra turns back Magnolia for Clasico milestone
March 31, 2024
Heroes are aplenty as Barangay Ginebra notches its 100th win against Magnolia on Easter Sunday